Electric guitars use magnetic pickups to convert string vibrations into an electrical signal, which is then amplified. Unlike acoustic guitars, they rely on amplification for volume and tone shaping, making them highly versatile in genres like rock, blues, jazz, and metal. Electric guitars come in many body styles—solid, semi-hollow, and hollow—and feature different pickup configurations, neck types, and hardware. From smooth clean tones to aggressive distortion, they offer a wide sonic range, making them the backbone of modern guitar music.
A pedal is a compact device that guitarists use to alter their instrument’s sound by shaping effects such as distortion, delay, reverb, and modulation. Typically housed in a rugged enclosure and controlled by footswitches, pedals are designed to be placed on the floor for hands-free operation during playing. They can be analogue or digital, true bypass or buffered, and come in countless varieties to suit different styles and preferences. Pedals are essential tools for creating signature tones and adding colour and texture to a guitarist’s sound.
A vintage guitar is a guitar that is considered to be of significant age, typically over 30 years old, and often possesses historical, cultural, or collector’s value. Vintage guitars are highly sought after by collectors, musicians, and enthusiasts for their craftsmanship, tone, playability, and historical significance.
Vintage guitars can come from various eras, each with its own unique characteristics and desirability.
Vintage guitars often exhibit signs of wear and aging, which can add to their character and authenticity. However, originality, condition, and provenance are crucial factors that determine the value of a vintage guitar. Well-maintained and all-original vintage guitars with documented history and provenance tend to command higher prices on the collector’s market.
While vintage guitars can be valuable investments, they are also cherished for their playability and the unique sonic characteristics they offer. Many musicians prefer vintage instruments for their mojo, vibe, and connection to music history.
We have new and used Strymon musical equipment available on our website for fast direct delivery from sellers across the UK & Europe.
Strymon is highly regarded in the guitar effects industry for creating premium-quality pedals known for their exceptional sound quality, versatility, and innovative features. Founded by a team of engineers and musicians, Strymon pedals combine advanced digital processing with analogue circuitry to achieve pristine audio quality and rich, responsive tones. Their product range includes delay, reverb, modulation, and multi-effects pedals, designed to meet the demands of both studio professionals and touring musicians.
Some of the most popular Strymon pedals include the Timeline Delay, BigSky Reverb, and Mobius Modulation. The Timeline is celebrated for its studio-grade delay effects and extensive control options, allowing for precise customization of delay sounds ranging from classic analogue to modern digital delays. The BigSky Reverb is known for its lush, expansive reverbs that replicate natural acoustic spaces with remarkable realism and depth. The Mobius Modulation offers a wide array of modulation effects, including choruses, flangers, phasers, and more, all meticulously crafted to deliver dynamic and expressive modulation tones.
Strymon pedals are favoured for their robust build quality, intuitive interfaces, and ability to create inspiring sounds that enhance the musical experience. Their dedication to innovation and audio excellence has solidified their reputation as a leader in the guitar effects pedal industry.
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JOYO Vintage Overdrive guitar pedal with RC4558 chip is a representation of the classic TS808 tone. Producing warmer overtones at quieter volumes when used as a clean volume boost, and can achieve a harsher distortion as gain is increased. True Bypass provide transparent tone to keep the best tone quality, aluminium-alloy housing classic stoving va…
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Vintage Analog Tone: Pure analog circuitry for warm, natural delays with zero digital harshness. 600ms Delay Time: From subtle echoes to spacious repeats—versatile for every genre. Dual Power Supply: Use a 9V adapter or USB cable (5V >300mA) for studio or on-the-go convenience. TRUE BYPASS Switching: Maintains pristine signal clarity when the pedal…
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Product 1: Classic phase shifter sound Product 1: Power: single 9 volt battery or dunlop ecb-003 ac adapter Product 1: Controls: footswitch toggles effect on/bypass Product 1: Speed knob varies rate of phase sweep Product 2: Tone, leveland distortion knobs on face Product 2: Super-tough construction Product 2: Lets your true guitar tone shine Produ…
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